National Mountaineering Day is celebrated every year on 1 August.
It is a day dedicated to honor the adventurous and exciting sport of mountaineering and to recognize the amazing courage, patience and dedication of mountaineers.
The purpose of this day is to increase awareness about mountaineering among the people and promote adventure tourism
Importance of Mountaineering:
Mountaineering is a sign of physical ability as well as mental strength and courage.
It connects a person with the unique beauty and biodiversity of mountain areas.
Local economy and livelihood opportunities are boosted through mountain tourism.
It is a complete physical exercise that develops stamina, strength and balance.
Status of Mountaineering in India:
Mountaineering is a popular adventure activity in India. Mountain ranges like Himalaya, Satpura, Vindhyachal, and Western Ghats are a paradise for mountaineers. The Government of India has established many institutions and schemes to promote mountaineering:
Major institutions:
Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM), Uttarkashi
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI), Darjeeling
Jawahar Institute of Mountaineering (JIM), Pahalgam
AITUC (Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Mountaineering and Allied Sports), Manali
Famous mountaineers of India:
Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay – became the first people to conquer Mount Everest in the year 1953
Bachendri Pal –first Indian woman to climb Mount Everest (year 1984)
Arunima Sinha – first woman to conquer Mount Everest with a prosthetic limb
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